Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Genus:
Species:
odoratissima
ID:
233974

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.W.Law & R.Z.Zhou

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 6: 139 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233305



Common Names

  • Magnolia Odoratissima
  • Odoratissima Magnolia
  • Odoratissima's Magnolia


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Description

Magnolia odoratissima (also called 'Fragrant magnolia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Magnoliaceae. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala, and is found in montane forests. It is an evergreen tree, characterized by its large, fragrant, white flowers and strong scent.

Uses & Benefits

Magnolia odoratissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as it has a beautiful white flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its bark and flowers have various medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Magnolia odoratissima is a large, white, fragrant cup-shaped bloom. The seed is a large, brown, cone-shaped fruit that contains several seeds. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long-stalked leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Magnolia odoratissima is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Magnolia odoratissima

Magnolia odoratissima is native to China.

Magnolia odoratissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Magnolia odoratissima?

Magnolia odoratissima

What is the common name of Magnolia odoratissima?

Fragrant magnolia

What is the natural habitat of Magnolia odoratissima?

Eastern Asia

Species in the Magnolia genus

Magnolia acuminata, Magnolia albosericea, Magnolia allenii, Magnolia amazonica, Magnolia amoena, Magnolia angatensis, Magnolia annamensis, Magnolia arcabucoana, Magnolia argyrotricha, Magnolia ashtonii, Magnolia baillonii, Magnolia balansae, Magnolia betongensis, Magnolia bintuluensis, Magnolia biondii, Magnolia blaoensis, Magnolia boliviana, Magnolia borneensis, Magnolia calimaensis, Magnolia calophylla, Magnolia campbellii, Magnolia cararensis, Magnolia caricifragans, Magnolia carsonii, Magnolia cathcartii, Magnolia caveana, Magnolia cespedesii, Magnolia champaca, Magnolia championii, Magnolia chimantensis, Magnolia chocoensis, Magnolia clemensiorum, Magnolia coco, Magnolia colombiana, Magnolia compressa, Magnolia cristalensis, Magnolia cubensis, Magnolia cylindrica, Magnolia dandyi, Magnolia dawsoniana, Magnolia delavayi, Magnolia denudata, Magnolia dixonii, Magnolia dodecapetala, Magnolia domingensis, Magnolia duclouxii, Magnolia duperreana, Magnolia ekmanii, Magnolia elegans, Magnolia emarginata,

Species in the Magnoliaceae family

Liriodendron chinense, Liriodendron tulipifera, Magnolia acuminata, Magnolia albosericea, Magnolia allenii, Magnolia amazonica, Magnolia amoena, Magnolia angatensis, Magnolia annamensis, Magnolia arcabucoana, Magnolia argyrotricha, Magnolia ashtonii, Magnolia baillonii, Magnolia balansae, Magnolia betongensis, Magnolia bintuluensis, Magnolia biondii, Magnolia blaoensis, Magnolia boliviana, Magnolia borneensis, Magnolia calimaensis, Magnolia calophylla, Magnolia campbellii, Magnolia cararensis, Magnolia caricifragans, Magnolia carsonii, Magnolia cathcartii, Magnolia caveana, Magnolia cespedesii, Magnolia champaca, Magnolia championii, Magnolia chimantensis, Magnolia chocoensis, Magnolia clemensiorum, Magnolia coco, Magnolia colombiana, Magnolia compressa, Magnolia cristalensis, Magnolia cubensis, Magnolia cylindrica, Magnolia dandyi, Magnolia dawsoniana, Magnolia delavayi, Magnolia denudata, Magnolia dixonii, Magnolia dodecapetala, Magnolia domingensis, Magnolia duclouxii, Magnolia duperreana, Magnolia ekmanii,

References

Yuh Wu Law (1917-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.W.Law' in the authors string.
Ren Zhang Zhou: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Z.Zhou' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:929920-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.